Alleged hit-and-run driver turns himself in after injuring 77-year-old woman in Roy

ROY, Utah (ABC4) — A driver has reportedly turned himself in after a hit-and-run left a 77-year-old woman in the hospital.

Jose Salgado-Rivera, 28, was taken into custody on Thursday for the hit-and-run of a 77-year-old woman in Roy on April 30. Officials with the Roy Police Department told ABC4.com that Salgado-Rivera is from Clearfield and is active-duty military.

Salgado-Rivera reportedly turned himself in to his command, who later contacted Roy PD and transferred custody. He was booked on a count of failing to remain at the scene of an accident, according to police.

As of Thursday, officials said the 77-year-old woman was still in the hospital, but was in stable condition.

On Wednesday, officials said the victim was crossing the street at 2350 W 4400 S just before 3 p.m. when she was hit. The driver reportedly fled the scene, but later turned himself in.

There is no further information at this time.

Matthew Drachman contributed to this report.